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One of the differences between being paid by an employer and running your own business is having to sort out your own pay. You can do this by taking a salary from your limited company - in the same way as a regular employee. Here are the benefits of taking a high or a low salary, without the jargon.
From understanding expenses to starting a limited company, we've a range of jargon-free business guides for you to download and keep.
The government is introducing changes to IR35 legislation in April 2020. What do contractors need to do to ensure they're ready for the new rules?
New IR35 rules will affect any contractors working through a Personal Service Company, Recruitment Agencies, and all Large and Medium-sized end clients.
If you don’t file your Self Assessment and pay any tax due by 31st January deadline you’ll face fines – and potential extra penalties. Here's all the info.
A Self Assessment tax return is one of the most significant tax documents you’ll be dealing with when you’re self-employed. Here's what you need to know.
From 6th April 2020, all new agency workers must be given a ‘key information document’ (KID) before agreeing terms with an employment business or agency.
There are many different tax rates in the UK affecting both individuals and businesses - we've pulled them all together so you can keep on top of them.
New to contracting or freelancing? Struggling with filing your first Self Assessment? Our quick guide goes over the basics of what you should do.
There are often limited company business expenses that go unclaimed, which means you could end up paying more tax than you need to.
As a sole trader, your business will naturally incur running costs. The good news is that many of these running costs can be claimed as business expenses,
Late payments can cost you business. Here's a few ways to chase an unpaid invoice without chasing your client away.
We look in detail at all the points you need to consider and the documents you need when employing staff, casual workers and freelancers / contractors.
Did you know that in many circumstances employees now have the right to take time off work to deal with an emergency involving someone who depends on them?
A comprehensive guide to Service Companies and VAT for people working in the entertainment industry.
How do you find work to get the ball rolling as a consultant, and continue to get the kind of clients that will keep inviting you back?
As a freelance consultant, you’re now the master of your trade, as well as the master of your own destiny. Here's what you need to know to get started!
As a plumber, you can claim tools and business equipment back as an expense, but how do you what you can and can't claim?
Using these advisory fuel rates, you can calculate what percentage of the business mileage rate applies to fuel and calculate the VAT on that element.
We take a closer look at the differences between unsecured and secured business loans, to help you decide which may be better suited to your business.
Whether you're a freelancer, contractor or employee, you're still protected to a variety of workers rights. Our guide explores the law around this.
Why use online accounting software when you can download an Excel spreadsheet for free? Well, the reasons are numerous.
We've collated a selection of free tools and resources for you to help make running your business a breeze. With everything from software to templates you can work out your take home pay, chase that unpaid invoice and calculate your IR35.
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